Does Education Matter?: Myths about Education and Economic Growth

by Alison Wolf

A thought-provoking and often controversial look at education policy in the UK and comparatively. Education, education and education has become an obsession for politicians and the public alike. it is seen by many as an economic panacea. an engine for growth and prosperity. but is there really a strong causal link between economic prosperity and growth in spending on higher education? Also, what sort of higher education most benefits industry and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0140286608
• ISBN13: 9780140286601
• Release Date: November 2003
• Publisher: Penguin Global
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.1" x 7.9"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 12 and higher